Payroll Specialist (m/f/d)

Appinio

Allow us to introduce ourselves Hello there! We’re Appinio, a global market research company that combines an AI-powered insights platform with expert consultancy. On a mission to make the world a little more fact-based, we help companies understand how consumers think and make smarter decisions. We started out in Hamburg back in 2014, but we’re now humbled to call the world our playground, with over 260 employees spread across 13 countries (we’re remote-first), 2600+ international clients, delivering research from +190 markets, globally. Want to be a part of the Appinio movement? 🚀 Here at Appinio, we value transparency in our recruitment process, and we've created a blog to share what to expect during each step of our journey together: here Your mission as a Global Payroll Operations Partner We are looking for a tech-savvy, and proactive Global Payroll Operations Partner (m/f/d) to join our People Team and ensure our global workforce is supported by a world-class payroll engine. As our Global Payroll Operations Partner, you'll turn the end-to-end (preparatory) payroll process across our international entities - adhering to local regulations and deadlines - into a seamless, "prime" experience for every Appinio team member. You'll build smarter, more scalable processes and systems to support continued successful growth. A few words about the team Our People Team operates with a product mindset. We value transparency, collaboration, and true partnership with our stakeholders. Rather than ticking off task lists, we focus on understanding customer needs, driving adoption, and delivering meaningful outcomes. We are trusted partners to the business, advocates for our employees, and pragmatic, business-savvy solution builders - always aiming to improve how people experience Appinio. What you’ll be doing * Global payroll ownership: Drive the preparatory payroll process for all international entities (Germany, Austria, France, Spain, Portugal, UK, and Netherlands), ensuring accuracy and on-time delivery * External partner management: Serve as the lead point of contact for external payroll providers, our EOR (Remote), and our PEO in the US, overseeing all payroll-related compliance and resolving statutory queries with precision * Employee support & service: Act as the primary contact for payroll-related tickets, resolving employee inquiries with empathy, speed, and a high level of expertise * Systems optimization & automation: Proactively identify inefficiencies to automate payroll workflows, reducing manual steps and enhancing the scalability of our global operations * Sales & performance incentives: Partner closely with RevOps to ensure the accurate and timely calculation of commission structures and bonus payments * Collaboration with Finance: Support the Finance team with staff cost reporting, audits, and data-driven workforce planning * Grant & subsidy support: Partner with Finance and Legal to support applications for international grants and subsidies (e.g., R&D tax credits or local employment grants) by providing accurate personnel data, salary documentation, and compliance reporting You will thrive in this role if * You are a payroll expert: You bring 3+ years of experience managing (preparatory) payroll for Germany * You bring experience with managing (preparatory) payroll in France, and/or Spain, with a deep understanding of statutory requirements (experience with AT, UK, NL, US or PT is a plus) * You have proven experience managing external payroll providers to ensure compliance; experience with EOR and PEO providers is a plus * You are a process optimizer: You have a "product mindset" and a track record of identifying manual inefficiencies and implementing automated workflows between HRIS and Payroll systems * You are data-driven: You possess a strong analytical mindset and are proficient in Excel/Google Sheets for complex data handling * You are an empathetic communicator: You have the ability to explain complex tax and payroll issues to employees with patience, clarity, and a service-oriented mindset * You live ownership: You thrive in fast-paced, scaling environments and take full responsibility for ensuring payroll remains transparent, compliant, and audit-ready * You are professionally fluent in both English and German (written and verbal) What’s in it for you? * Flexibility Policy - Average is 30 days taken, however, we do not have a hard cap of number of vacation days as we know life happens * Temporary work from abroad - If you're based in the EU, you can work outside your country of residence for up to 180 days per year * All the hardware you need and your own MacBook * If you are located in Hamburg or Berlin, you'll get a Deutschland ticket or access to a mobility budget with the NAVIT app to get you to and from the office space * Subsidised Urban Sports Club or ClassPass membership based on location * In case you’re located in one of the cities where most of our fellow Appinioneers are (Hamburg, Berlin, Munich, London, Madrid, Barcelona, or New York), you can get access to our Co-working spaces Additional role details * This role will report directly to our Team Lead Talent Acquisition & People Operations Our interview process * Interview with our Team Lead Talent Acquisition & People Operations * Case Study Interview with Senior members of the People Team * Executive Interview with C-Level * Reference Calls * Offer Kind reminder: Please ensure that your application is submitted in English. This post not only outlines our ideal candidate but also serves as an inspiration for what this role can evolve into. Even if you consider yourself an 80% fit but have a genuine passion for this position, we encourage you to apply. We're eager to hear from individuals who share our enthusiasm. Appinio is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. Please read our privacy policy here. Learn more about us:  appinio.com    LinkedIn    Xing     Kununu    Instagram

Jung von Matt

POSITION Jung von Matt is looking for a German-speaking Payroll Specialist (m/f/d) with a focus on HR processing in SAP HCM YOUR TASKS * Maintain and further develop the employee master data in our HR systems * Process payroll‑relevant data including working hours, absences and vacation times * Prepare employment contracts, certificates and references * Act as a contact person for employees and managers in payroll and HR‑related matters * Handle communication with authorities, health insurance companies and external partners WHAT YOU BRING  * Completed commercial education and several years of experience in payroll or HR administration * Very good German skills (written and spoken), English is a plus * Solid knowledge of labor law, payroll processes and HR administration and SAP HCM  * A structured, reliable and detail‑oriented working style * A confident, service‑oriented personality with strong communication skills We look forward to receiving your application! As an ideal JvM Payroll Specialist (m/f/d) you have a completed commercial education and at best you have already gained professional experience. You will be responsible for setting up and maintaining the employee database, recording working hours, absences and vacation times, and creating contracts, certificates and references. You act as a contact person for employees and supervisors in personnel matters and are responsible for communication with the authorities and health insurance companies. You like to work administratively and convince with your self-confident appearance. We are looking forward to your application! Jung von Matt should be a place where all people experience respect: No matter where they come from, how they think, what they believe, which gender they belong to and which one attracts them more.

Westwing

JOIN OUR TEAM As a (Senior) Payroll Specialist, you’ll oversee and coordinate payroll for Germany, Italy, Spain, and The Netherlands, ensuring seamless collaboration with our external service providers. You will play a pivotal role in delivering accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processes across the region. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree that we may request relevant certificates and documentation justified by the nature of the role, such as a valid Certificate of Conduct. This position is permanent, reporting into our headquarters in Munich and based in Warsaw. WHAT YOU'LL DO * Manage payroll processes across multiple European countries via several external service providers * Ensure accurate and timely payroll execution, including tax filings, social security contributions, internal Finance-related reporting and compliance audits * Act as the main point of contact for payroll-related matters for internal and external stakeholders, including Finance, tax authorities and auditors * Monitor payroll-related SLAs and KPIs to ensure efficiency and continuous improvement * Drive process optimisation and digitalisation initiatives to enhance payroll accuracy, automation, and scalability YOU COME WITH * 3+ years of experience in payroll management, preferably in a fast-paced, international environment * Strong knowledge of payroll processing, tax, and social security laws in Europe and especially DACH focus (Germany minimum requirement) * Independent, structured, and detail-oriented working style with a strong sense of responsibility * A reliable, flexible and discreet personality * Enjoy working in a team and communicating in Polish and English (very good written and spoken); German, Spanish, Italian and Dutch are a plus WHY WESTWING If you are looking for a place where ambition meets creativity, where ideas turn into impact fast, and where people are trusted to grow - you have found it. At Westwing, we’re building the Superbrand in Design with a team that’s shaping the future of beautiful home & living. Here is what you can look forward to: * A high-performance culture built on trust, feedback and collaboration * An inspiring, international environment that empowers you to think big, take ownership, and grow beyond your comfort zone * A flexible hybrid setup with 2 office days per week - because strong connections and quick collaboration make great ideas happen * Work-from-anywhere opportunities for up to 4 weeks per year - as fresh perspectives spark bold ideas * 20 to 28 days of paid holiday to rest, recharge, and come back ready to create * A beautiful, centrally located, dog-friendly office with inspiring spaces * Exclusive discounts - 40% off Westwing Collection, 20% off third-party brands (each on non-reduced items), 10% Family & Friends discount, plus special-occasion vouchers * Wellbeing support through mental health resources, sports memberships, and preventive care * Team rituals that celebrate results and togetherness - from Summer & Winter Parties to Oktoberfest ABOUT US Westwing, Europe’s #1 in Beautiful Living e-commerce, is present in 20+ European countries and achieved a GMV (Gross Merchandise Volume) of EUR 497 million in 2024. As Europe’s premium one-stop destination for Design Lovers, it offers a unique brand experience with a carefully curated assortment of the Westwing Collection and 3rd party design brands. The integrated platform combines Shop, Daily Specials, Stores, the B2B Service (Westwing Business) and the Westwing Design Service. Westwing’s team works together on its shared purpose to “Excite people to create homes that unlock the full beauty of life”. Founded in 2011, Westwing is headquartered in Munich and went public on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in October 2018. Our team is a diverse group of professionals aiming for high performance, working together at a fast pace in an inspiring, international and informal environment that enables you to grow your career while working with a brand and products our customers love. We’re made up of passionate people who are creative enough to disrupt the status quo, brave enough to fail and smart enough to win. So come, be part of the “wow, you work at Westwing?” crowd. Diversity is deeply rooted in our culture. Our mission doesn’t stop to inspire only your design choices, it continues to embrace an inclusive lifestyle filled with respect to everyone’s uniqueness, cultural differences and equal opportunity. DEPARTMENT People & Culture